Laser Marking Machines
Industrial laser marking systems apply clean, crisp codes on products
Laser marking is a non-contact printing method that marks or engraves high-quality 1D and 2D barcodes, multiple lines of text, batch numbers, lot codes, dates, logos, and more on products to provide product information and identification, and enable traceability.
Laser marking machines offer advantages such as excellent mark quality, code permanence, and fewer consumables than other coding technologies. The Videojet line of laser marking machines includes CO2 laser markers, fiber laser markers, and UV laser markers in different power outputs to address a range of substrates and applications. In addition, Videojet offers a complete portfolio of laser accessories including lenses and beam turning units that help simplify integration into production lines and help maximize the laser’s performance.
Videojet can also help you adjust to GS1 and FSMA standards, by ensuring your product coding and traceability processes are fully aligned with the latest compliance requirements.
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Videojet CO2 lasers
CO2 laser marking systems are a type of laser equipment used primarily for engraving, marking, or etching a wide range of materials. CO2 lasers are particularly effective on non-metal materials like plastic, glass, flexible film, labels, paperboard, and wood. The versatility of the CO2 laser makes it a popular choice for the food, beverage, cosmetics, pharmaceutical, tobacco, and extrusion industries.
Videojet laser marking system
Videojet 3350
Videojet laser marking system
Videojet 3640
Videojet laser marking system
Videojet 3140
Videojet fiber lasers
Providing clear, permanent codes, fiber lasers excel at coding and marking metal including stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and titanium. They are also ideal for many high-density plastic, ceramic, foil, and film applications.
Videojet laser marking system
Videojet 7330
Videojet laser marking system
Videojet 7340/7440
Videojet laser marking system
Videojet 7510
Videojet laser marking system
Videojet 7610
Videojet laser marking system
Videojet Lightfoot™ canning solution
Videojet UV lasers
UV lasers are highly effective at marking on a wide range of materials, including plastic, films and foils, ceramic, and rubber. UV lasers employ a shorter ultraviolet wavelength and lower power compared to fiber and CO2 lasers. With their ability to create high-contrast marks using minimal heat, they are particularly useful for sensitive materials like flexible packaging and glass.
Videojet laser marking system
Videojet 7920
Applications
Laser marking systems provide manufacturers with a safe, ink-free method of marking permanent codes, text, and graphics for product identification and branding. Lasers help serialize items for inventory, generate scannable barcodes and 2D codes for supply chain management, and mark logos and image for brand recognition and anti-counterfeiting. Additionally, they help enable the customization of consumer goods and are essential in the medical industry for marking devices with unique codes.
FAQs
The primary difference between these three laser machines is their wavelengths, which create different marking effects on various materials. The Videojet Sample Lab can provide guidance on selecting the best wavelength at no cost.
CO2 lasers are commonly used on non-metal materials such as plastic, glass, film, labels, and paperboard.
Fiber lasers excel at marking metals such as stainless steel and aluminum.
UV lasers are ideal for sensitive materials and applications that require high-contrast marks with minimal heat, such as mono-materials and flexible films.
Laser marking machines are widely used in food and beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, tobacco, extrusion, consumer goods, and medical device industries for permanent product identification and traceability.
Laser marking is ink-free and requires no consumables*. It provides permanent, high-quality marks with excellent durability and reduced maintenance compared to traditional coding technologies.
*Laser marking systems can include an optional fume extractor accessory, which uses a consumable filter.
Yes, lasers are safe when operated in accordance with recommended safety protocols. Videojet offers laser safety beam shielding material for all of its laser offerings. Videojet also has more than 26,000 laser installations globally, demonstrating strong and growing customer demand.
The majority of Videojet printers, lasers, LCM, and LPA systems have built-in capabilities to help meet FSMA and GS1 Sunrise compliance requirements. Contact your Videojet expert to learn more.
